Boletín de la escuela primaria

 

19 de octubre de 2018

Queridas familias de PCS,

Yesterday marked the end of Quarter 1. It always surprises me how fast the school year goes! With the end of the quarter, parent/student/teacher conferences will take place next week. We ask all families to attend these conferences as it really is an opportunity to once again work as a unified team to promote and support student success. No matter where a child is academically and socially, PCS’ mission is to continue to help the child grow and develop. Having a solid plan in place is the most effective way to ensure this. As you and your child’s teacher sit down together, the goal is to talk about where they are currently, where they need to be now and in the future, and how we are going to do that at school and home. We truly appreciate the collaboration that takes place and very much value the family perspective that is brought into the conferences and discussion. Thank you for trusting us each day with your child and working together for them!

Remember… Conferences will be held on the following days: Wednesday, October 24th: 4:00-7:30 pm and Thursday, October 25th: 12:30-7:30 pm. Teachers sent home your specific conference time. Please note day and time and if you need to reschedule notify your child’s teacher right away. It is important and necessary that you bring your child to the conference.  They have an important role to play.

Make sure to stop by and visit with the Specialists teachers as well during conferences. All specialists will be attending some individual conferences and will also have their rooms/offices open for parents to stop by and chat as well. Your child’s teacher (or your child!) can help you find specialists’ rooms if you are not sure where they are located. We look forward to discussing the progress of your child!

Que tengas un buen fin de semana!

Dana Leesman, Directora de la escuela primaria 

p: 314.645.9600 x608             e: dleesman@premiercharterschool.org #ThatsPCS #DoKind


Meet our Explorations Academy specials teacher, Maria Hansen…

I'm so excited to introduce myself to you all! I'm Mrs. Hansen and I am teaching the highly anticipated course Explorations Academy. E.A. (Explorations Academy) will be largely focused on the basics of Family and Consumer Sciences, founded as home economics. E.A. will give students, 3rd - 5th grade, a hands-on experience in beginning housing and interior design, culinary arts, fashion design, sewing and more. Students will also begin to discover the world of opportunities available through service based careers, business, entrepreneurship and early childhood development. This is an empowering class that helps students develop and explore the skills they need to navigate the jungle of life. Empowered by their abilities and skills, students will seek to use them to create change and bring social justice to their community and the world. Please follow our journey on Instagram @explorationsacademypcs or on Twitter@AcademyPCS. Email: mhansen@premiercharterschool.org

Our year is off to a great start! Explorers have begun to dive into our 1st unit titled "Design It. Build It. Fix It." They are on the search for answers to the question "How do we use design skills to build a better world?" Our explorers have been discussing design and construction concepts like tiny homes and even creating their own unique blueprints! Check out their architectural sketches on Instagram @explorationsacademypcs 

Red Ribbon Week…

Next week, October 22-25, PCS will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week. This is a week dedicated to taking a stand against drugs and committing to a drug-free and healthy lifestyle! Each day we will have a little fun and show our commitment. Take a peek at the attached letter from Ms. Boulicault and the Teeny 10 to find out about the fun days this week!

A Note from Mrs. Ramsey…

Makerspace open house during conferences Wednesday 4-6 pm, Thursday 3-6 pm in the Middle School Library/Makerspace

Pásate antes o después de las conferencias de tus alumnos para ver nuestro Makerspace en desarrollo y ejemplos de proyectos de alumnos, probar algunas actividades Maker (lego wedo, bloxels, makey makey, y más), y conocer a las facilitadoras del Makerspace, la Sra. Ramsey y la Sra. Daugherty.


Enchanted Forest Book Fair and Literacy Ball! The Book Fair is less than a month away!  Join us in a new location in the Elementary Building room 240.

The book fair schedule is as follows: Tuesday November 13th, 3:30-4:30; Wednesday November 14th 3:30-5:30; Thursday November 15th 3:30-4:30 and during the Literacy Ball 5:30-7:00


The Book Fair and Literacy ball share a theme this year: Enchanted Forest.  It will be a magical evening filled with unicorns, dragons, fairies, wizards and lots of books! All purchases benefit our school. This year we are working to build our Middle School library collection and our Elementary Library non-fiction section as we transition to two separate libraries!


Autism Speaks...

Thanks to all who supported the Autism Speaks Dress Down Day! PCS families and staff raised a total of $762.50 for Autism Speaks!  Wow!

Food Stuffs…

Este martes fue nuestra primera merienda de frutas y verduras frescas. Esto es algo que haremos cada pocas semanas para promover la salud y el bienestar con nuestros estudiantes. Los estudiantes disfrutarán de varias frutas y verduras y discutirán la importancia de un estilo de vida saludable. Los maestros han revisado las listas de alergias, pero si tiene alguna pregunta o preocupación, por favor, hágaselo saber al maestro de su hijo. Gracias.


SFE Cooking Classes are back! Grades 3-5 will be participating in a healthy cooking class courtesy of our food provider, SFE. A chef and/or dietician will be teaching groups of 15 students (3 per class) how to cook something healthy as well as discussing other nutritional information. This takes place in our elementary cafe for about an hour during the school day. Students will be chosen at random and offered the opportunity to participate. Students who have not participated in the past will be chosen first. Classes started this week with 3rd grade and will continue throughout the year.

For our K-2 classes, a "Rainbows and Butterflies" nutrition class will be offered to some classes this year as well. We appreciate SFE's partnership in providing health education to our students. 

Encuesta sobre el servicio de alimentación...

At PCS, our goal is to provide our students with a fulfilling experience throughout every day that they are in attendance.  Part of our students' daily routine is eating usually at least one meal while at school.  We'd like to get your feedback on how you and your student feel about the food offered by Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE), our provider for school served breakfast and lunch.  Please consider taking this short survey to give us your point of view: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J5WBFJD

 

Parent University Coming Next Week…

Please join us for our first Parent University Night of the 2018-2019 School year on October 23! The first topic will be about Digital Citizenship and, as parents, how we monitor and help our kids navigate this new world of technology. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP to mgray@premiercharterschool.org with how many will be attending in your family.  See attached flyer for more information. 

 

Una nota sobre las fiestas de clase en la escuela primaria...

Ahora que se acerca el final de octubre, habrá algunas preguntas relacionadas con las fiestas de la escuela y del aula. Quería tomar un minuto para abordar para asegurarse de que todo el mundo está en la misma página. A lo largo de los últimos años el equipo ha seguido discutiendo sobre la variedad de fiestas que tenemos en PCS y siempre pensando en la forma de hacerlas más inclusivas y exitosas. Como escuela pública, hemos tenido cuidado de no hacer que estas fiestas se centren únicamente en las fiestas religiosas, así como de mantener un equilibrio razonable en cuanto al número de fiestas que intentamos realizar en un año. Hace un par de años, el equipo de primaria decidió hacer una fiesta de invierno y otra de primavera, y este año mantendremos la misma estructura.

Entendemos que las fiestas son una parte divertida de la experiencia escolar de los alumnos, y no es nuestra intención quitarles ninguna diversión. De hecho, nos enorgullecemos de crear muchas oportunidades para experimentar la alegría de cada estación a lo largo de muchos meses de actividades y no simplemente una tarde. A lo largo del año hay muchas actividades divertidas para celebrar las estaciones y este otoño no es diferente. La organización de la reunión de la paz, los días de la familia, el festival de otoño, tronco o tratar, viajes de campo a los parches de calabaza y grandes lugares al aire libre son todas las oportunidades que nuestros hijos tenían o tendrán sólo para nombrar unos pocos. 

Por favor, no dude en ponerse en contacto con cualquier pregunta que pueda tener o aclaraciones que pueda necesitar. Gracias.

Mini Cheer Camp...

The middle school cheerleaders are excited to be hosting the sixth annual Elementary Mini Cheerleading Camp! This camp is a unique experience for students in grades K-5 to collaborate with our middle school cheerleading squad, while learning the fundamentals of cheerleading and a fun cheer routine. It will be held at PCS on November 10th, 2018. A form was sent home with your child if they are interested in attending.

 

Estado de las comidas gratuitas/reducidas 2018-2019...

Como recordatorio, los estatus de almuerzo gratis/reducido del año escolar anterior han expirado! Si usted no ha llenado una solicitud para este año escolar, o está interesado en entregar una por primera vez, asegúrese de hacerlo y entregarla en cualquiera de las oficinas lo antes posible. Pedimos que todas las familias tengan una en el archivo ya que nuestros números de comidas gratis/reducidas tienen implicaciones positivas de financiación. Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en ponerse en contacto con Ben Huebner en bhuebner@premiercharterschool.org.

 

Campaña de suministro de Makerspace...

Gracias a todos los que han donado artículos para nuestro nuevo espacio de creación. Actualizaremos nuestra lista de donaciones cada semana y la publicaremos aquí. Por favor, vea la lista actualizada a continuación para los artículos que todavía estamos buscando para añadir a nuestro makerspace! 

¿Qué es un makerspace? Un makerspace es un lugar para que los estudiantes imaginen, exploren, jueguen, inventen, diseñen y creen. Los alumnos de 3º a 5º grado vendrán al makerspace una vez a la semana. Durante este especial, aprenderán a utilizar el nuevo espacio y los materiales a través de una variedad de desafíos de diseño y construcción.

 

¿Necesita ponerse en contacto con un miembro del personal de PCS?

Recordemos que si necesita contactar con un profesor y no recuerda o no tiene fácil acceso a su dirección de correo electrónico, puede rellenar el formulario de contacto en la página de inicio del sitio web y se lo enviaremos a la persona correcta. Las páginas biográficas del personal también llegarán al sitio web a finales de mes.

Clubes extraescolares...

Many of our clubs have limited space to join. Be sure to return club sign up forms as soon as possible if your child is interested in joining one. Many of the clubs employ a waiting list for potential members in case an opening does occur. If you have any questions regarding any of the clubs, please call the school and you will be directed to the team member sponsoring the club.

 

Recordatorios BAC...

Students are only allowed 5 drop-ins for Before care and 5 drop-ins for Aftercare per year. The Before care drop-in fee is $5 and Aftercare drop-in fee is $15 per student. There will be a $25 Aftercare drop-in fee per child on half days; our next half day is October 25th. Also, families that plan on using the drop-in program need to call ahead or email Mr. Lydon at jlydon@premiercharterschool.org

PCG News & Happenings...

  • FALL FESTIVAL is only a few short days away and will take place THIS SATURDAY, October 20!! This day is a family fun event for a fall afternoon. That evening please join us for Trunk or Treat and our First Annual Chili Cook Off!!  All events are held at PCS. Please see the attached flyers for more information.

    • HELP IS STILL NEEDED!! PCG is looking for volunteers to help make this Fall Festival the best yet! If you can donate some of your time that day, it would be much appreciated. Click on link to go to the Sign Up Genius page to see what times are still needing help. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4eaaab28a6f94-2018

  • Si desea estar en el grupo de correo electrónico de padres del PCG, envíe su dirección de correo electrónico a Terry Brogan (tbrogan@lashlybaer.com). Recibirá actualizaciones sobre los próximos eventos, etc. Por favor, tómese un momento para gustar la página de Facebook de los padres de PCG si está en FB.

  • Si tienen Box Tops en casa, asegúrense de recogerlos y enviarlos para obtener oportunidades adicionales de recaudación de fondos para la escuela. Hay una caja de recolección ubicada en el edificio de la escuela primaria.

Diversión en el StL...

Fri. Oct 19 3-6 p.m. City Green Fall Festival  4260 Manchester in the Grove Neighborhood . City Greens Market, a non-profit grocery store in The Grove, invites the community to its annual Fall Festival. Kids and families are encouraged to participate in the free festivities, including a chili cook off, face painting, a petting zoo, bobbing for apples and more. Fall Festival attendees will receive 20 percent off a City Greens Membership, which provides access to local, organic and sustainably produced groceries at-cost.  https://stlcitygreens.org/

Sat., Oct. 20, 6:30-8 p.m. Ghosts of the Arch Grounds Stargazing Event
On the present-day site of Gateway Arch National Park once stood a French colonial village, a thriving riverfront port and a warehouse district. Learn about the adventures and misadventures of St. Louis’ historical figures such as Thomas Targee, James Eads and Kenneth Swyers, and how they helped shape the history and lore of the area. Attendees should meet “Sky Ranger” Rich Fefferman at the water feature outside the new circular glass west entrance of the Gateway Arch, which faces Fourth Street and the Old Courthouse, for both the interpretive talk and stargazing.  https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/event-listing.htm?eventID=0C97274B-BE60-F4EB-D535B3CBDB649AE6 

Sat. Oct 20  10-11:30 a.m. Free Family Morning at the National Blues Museum 615 Washington Blvd. Downtown The National Blues Museum (honoring the music, not the hockey team) is hosting a family morning event with free admission for families, and will include live music, scavenger hunts, story time, hands-on activities, and crafts! It will also include our 'Musical Petting Zoo!  Normal admission is $15 for adults & $10 for kids so this is a great opportunity to see the museum for free!  Reservations needed:  314-925-0016 ext 432  https://www.nationalbluesmuseum.org/event/family-day-at-the-national-blues-museum-3/

Sat. Oct 20  8 a.m. set up;  9 a.m.-noon clean up;  pizza noon- 2 p.m. River Des Peres Trash Bash Volunteer Opportunity
Join Great Rivers Greenway District, the River des Peres Watershed Coalition, Missouri Stream Team, Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District and City of St. Louis in their fight to clean up the rivers and creeks within the River des Peres watershed. The 16th annual River des Peres Trash Bash is taking place on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The clean-up will last from 9 a.m. to noon with a celebration and appreciation pizza lunch at Willmore Park from noon to 2 p.m. Volunteers will also be rewarded with musical entertainment and prizes for the “best” trash finds . https://greatriversgreenway.org/event/16th-annual-river-des-peres-trash-bash-2018-10-20/.

Sun. Oct 21  2-4 p.m. Special Needs Trunk or Treat Concordia Lutheran Church  505 S. Kirkwood Road . For many kids with special needs trick-or-treating may not be an option due to sensory difficulties, anxieties, dietary restrictions or even the physical restrictions of their own neighborhoods. For this reason, the Special Needs Ministry will be hosting an inclusive, accessible and sensory-sensitive Trunk-or-Treat event for special needs children of all ages & their families. Free but reservations necessary: http://www.ckhome.org/trunkortreat/


Próximas fechas importantes...

  • 20.10.18: Festival de otoño, Trunk or Treat y Chili Cook-Off

  • 24.10.18: Conferencias del primer trimestre (por la tarde)

  • 24.10.18: Noche Familiar del PCG - White Castle en S. Kingshighway @ 4:00-7:00 pm

  • 25.10.18: Conferencias del primer trimestre - Salida al mediodía

  • 26.10.18: No hay escuela

  • 11.2.18: No hay escuela - PD del personal

  • 11.8.18: Reunión de la Junta Directiva del PCS a las 16:30

  • 11.9.18: Asamblea del Día de los Veteranos

  • 15.11.18: Baile de Alfabetización y Feria del Libro @ 5:30-7:00 pm

  • 21-23.18: No hay clases - Vacaciones de Acción de Gracias


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